When should you book an ear wax removal appointment
Most people don’t realise this, but the ear is a self-cleaning organ. It cleans itself by secreting ear wax which helps prevent foreign material from entering the ear. Even though ear wax serves some useful purposes, excess ear wax can lead to ear canal obstruction. People with excess ear wax should visit the nearest audiologist for an ear wax removal session.
When should I get my ear wax removed?
Although ear wax removal is essential, there are certain indications you should look out for before booking a procedure. A clear indication would include:
Excess earwax production
A darker shade of earwax.
Sharp pain in your ear
Reduced hearing
Continuous ringing sounds in the ear (tinnitus)
If you experience any of these, you should book an earwax removal appointment immediately.
Why should I get my ear cleaned by a professional?
If you feel pain in your ears or your ears feel clogged, it could be a sign of ear wax buildup. In this case, you should get your earwax removed by a professional audiologist, as a personal attempt might lead to pushing the wax further into your ear canal, thereby resulting in ear canal obstruction and trauma.
Audiologists use various techniques for ear wax removal. These procedures include ear micro-suction, ear irrigation, ear syringing and medication (in recurrent cases).
However, ear syringing has been discredited by the National Institute for Clinical Excellence (NICE) due to its high failure rate and is no longer in use. Booking an appointment for ear wax removal in Ballymena should cost about £85.
If you are in Ballymena or its surrounding towns and need your ear wax removed, you can book a same-day ear wax removal appointment on our website.Otherwise, find an earwax removal clinic closest to youhere.
